David Betzer
Pawnee
Summary
Dynamic Lead Pastor with a proven track record at Evangel Church International, excelling in sermon crafting and community engagement. Successfully revitalized church operations, fostering growth and collaboration among staff and volunteers. Adept in financial stewardship, providing emotional guidance, and orchestrating impactful outreach programs that strengthened community ties.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Associate Pastor
Pawnee Assembly Of God
Pawnee
07.2024 - Current
- Assisted in planning and executing church events and outreach programs.
- Provided pastoral care to members during times of need or crisis.
- Oversaw the Missions Program of the church
- Preached and ministered to members and congregation through multiple avenues of communication.
Lead Pastor
Evangel Church International
Miami
06.2018 - 05.2024
- Developed sermon content and delivered messages to inspire community growth.
- Provided pastoral care through counseling, visitations, and support for members.
- Organized community outreach programs to foster connections and service opportunities.
- Managed church staff and volunteers to enhance operational efficiency and collaboration.
- Facilitated church meetings to discuss vision, strategy, and member involvement.
- Oversaw financial stewardship and budgeting processes for church resources.
- Managed all aspects of ministry.
- Oversaw the development of, and transition to, the next generation of Lead Pastors.
Lead Pastor
Grace Community Assembly
Branson
07.2010 - 06.2018
- Managed all aspects of ministry.
- Guided staff and volunteers in administering education, youth, social action, fellowship and pastoral care ministry programs.
- Cultivated meaningful relationships with church members through pastoral care visits.
- Oversaw the relaunch of the church from a problem-plagued history into a fresh vision and restructuring.
International Missionary
Self Employed
Rustenburg, South Africa
06.1993 - 05.2010
- Taught at Southern Africa School of Theology in Rustenburg, South Africa.
- Directed Southern Africa Media Ministry.
- Led Lighthouse Children's Shelter.
- Launched the distribution of the "Book of Hope" across Southern Africa.
- Oversaw Missionaries across the Southern Region of Africa
Lead Pastor
First Assembly Of God
Muscatine
01.1990 - 04.1993
- Managed all aspects of ministry.
- Visited, counseled, and prayed with church members to provide pastoral care.
- Conducted special services like baptisms, weddings, and funerals.
- Managed budgeting process to ensure financial stability of the church's operations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Bible/Theology
Central Bible College
Springfield, MO05-1982
Master of Arts - Ministerial Leadership
Assembly of God Theological Seminary
Springfield, MOSkills
- Sermon crafting
- Emotional guidance
- event management
- financial stewardship
- Community engagement
Affiliations
- Active Golfer, Pickle Ball, and Racquet Ball Player
- Musician, Worship leader, vocalist
Accomplishments
- Honorary Doctorate from Midwest Theological Seminary.
Certification
- Ordained Assembly of God Minister
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Associate Pastor
Pawnee Assembly Of God
07.2024 - Current
Lead Pastor
Evangel Church International
06.2018 - 05.2024
Lead Pastor
Grace Community Assembly
07.2010 - 06.2018
International Missionary
Self Employed
06.1993 - 05.2010
Lead Pastor
First Assembly Of God
01.1990 - 04.1993
Bachelor of Arts - Bible/Theology
Central Bible College
Master of Arts - Ministerial Leadership
Assembly of God Theological Seminary